The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is giving Michigan more than $61 million to continue lead pipe replacement projects across the state. The funds are part of a $3 billion dollar infrastructure package to keep lead out of drinking water nationwide.
Hugh McDiarmid is a spokesperson for the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. He says the money will go into a state fund for drinking water infrastructure improvements.
“At the end of the day, you know, we try to allocate some money to you know, where the need is greatest, and to the communities that fit the criteria for it.”
According to recent data from the federal government, the state needs more than $16 billion to replace all remaining lead service lines.
